§ Colonel Burtonasked the Minister of Health whether he has considered the suggestions for building houses in Lavenham, Suffolk; and will he give an assurance that no scheme will be carried out which involves the demolition of ancient buildings which are a national asset and a point of international pilgrimage.
§ Mr. WillinkThe only suggestion that has been submitted to me relates to the acquisition of a site for 50 houses. Use of this site would probably involve the demolition of a few old cottages. The local authority in consultation with my Senior Regional Architect and the Regional Planning Officer, have, however, now come to the conclusion that the site in question is not the most suitable for the proposed housing scheme, and they are considering another site, use of which will not involve the demolition of any ancient buildings.